War and Drugs: Veteran Battles Ep 1 – From Tank to Tanked

There is a long and complicated history linking international conflict and substance use. During war, drug use by soldiers was encouraged by government and country leaders, leaving many veterans facing serious problems with addiction on top of post-war trauma. In this series, we explore why drugs and war have such a strong connection, what this means in today’s world, and what the future looks like for veteran treatment and recovery. With the deadly opioid crisis lingering over the country and PTSD Awareness month coming up, it’s more important than ever to understand the impact that war can have on drug use and addiction, and how researchers are actively looking for ways to help veterans heal from their trauma.

Drugs and war have a long history together. For centuries, drugs have been used by soldiers during wartime, often at the encouragement of their leaders. Why was drug use encouraged during war? What drugs are most commonly used during war? We explore these questions and more in this episode!

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Let's Talk Drugs is a podcast that takes an in-depth look at drugs and substance abuse in an accurate, digestible way. Using simple language to articulate complex processes, we aim to share up-to-date research with all listeners so that everyone has access to vital drug truths.